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We’ve come up with a shortlist of six things to do in Canberra for Sixers fans making the journey to our nation’s capital for this weekend’s Qualifier match against the Perth Scorchers at Manuka Oval.
Questacon
Questacon is the National Science and Technology Centre that aims to provide a fun, interactive and relevant experience for all visitors.
Bookings essential: Yes
Cost: Yes, view more information and to book
More information and to book: https://www.questacon.edu.au/
Royal Australian Mint
The Royal Australian Mint is a listed entity within the Commonwealth Government portfolio of the Treasury and is the sole supplier of Australia’s circulating coinage.
Bookings essential: Yes
Cost: No
More information and to book: https://www.ramint.gov.au/public-tours
Lake Burley Griffin
The masterful centrepiece of Canberra, the large and lovely Lake Burley Griffin is an ideal water playground, whether you’re into cycling, walking, rowing, sailing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding or fishing.
Bookings essential: Equipment hire only
Cost: Depending on activity
More information and to book: https://visitcanberra.com.au/attractions/56b23b58d5f1565045d801cf/lake-burley-griffin
Parliament House
Australia Parliament House remains open for guests wanting to enjoy architecture and art, stories, and tours.
Bookings essential: Yes
Cost: Free
More information and to book: https://www.aph.gov.au/Visit_Parliament
Australian War Memorial
The Australian War Memorial is Australia’s national memorial to the members of its armed forces and supporting organisations who have died or participated in wars involving the Commonwealth of Australia.
Bookings essential: Yes
Cost: Free
More information and to book: https://www.awm.gov.au/visit/visitor-information
Telstra Tower
Telstra Tower is a telecommunications tower and lookout that is situated 195.2m above the submit of Black Mountain.
Bookings essential: Yes
Cost: Free
More information and to book: https://www.telstratower.com.au/
For more suggestions, visit: Guide to Canberra
The Sydney Sixers are an Australian professional Twenty20 cricket team competing in the Big Bash League (BBL). Based at the Sydney Cricket Ground, the Sixers, along with the Sydney Thunder, succeeded the New South Wales Blues from the now-defunct KFC Twenty20 Big Bash.
